Belma
Alpha acid
8.5–12.1%
Beta acid
4–8%
Total oil
1–2.5 mL
United States
Gemini
Alpha acid
6–10.4%
Beta acid
3–4.28%
Total oil
-
United States
Key differences
When to pick Belma
- Higher alpha acid - stronger bittering
- Higher beta acid - smoother, longer-lasting bitterness
- More myrcene - pronounced citrus and resinous notes
When to pick Gemini
No clear differences - both varieties have a similar profile. Choose based on availability or country of origin.
Aroma profile and use
Shared aromas
Strawberry
Only in Belma
OrangeMelonPineappleGrapefruitBerryCitrusTropical
Only in Gemini
HoneydewEucalyptusRosemaryFruityCandyMandarinHayBlack currant
Property
| Property | Belma | Gemini |
|---|---|---|
| Alpha acid | 8.5–12.1% | 6–10.4% |
| Beta acid | 4–8% | 3–4.28% |
| Co-humulone | - | 31–32% |
| Total oil | 1–2.5 mL | - |
| Myrcene | 65–68% | 32–33% |
| Humulene | - | 11–12% |
| Caryophyllene | - | 4–5% |
| Farnesene | - | 0–1% |
| Origin | United States | United States |
| Purpose | Dual purpose | Dual purpose |
Huell Melon
Pacific Gem